Food Service Worker - Future and Ongoing Opportunities

York Region (The Regional Municipality of York); Newmarket, Vaughan; On-site; CAD 37,400 - 53,267; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined Benefit Pensions Program

Discounts and Incentives from local businesses

Healthcare spending account of $1,750

Access to Employee Assistance Program

Inclusive and Diverse Workplace

Job summary

A regional municipality in Ontario is seeking a Food Service Worker to assist with food preparation, service, and clean-up. Candidates must complete two years of Secondary School or equivalent, obtain a Food Service Worker Certificate, and have at least one year of dietary experience in a health care facility. This is a unionized casual position offering competitive benefits including pension plans and an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of two years of Secondary School or approved equivalent.
• Must hold a Food Service Worker Certificate or enrolled in a training program to obtain it.
• Completion of an approved Food Safety Course is required.
• Minimum one year’s experience in the dietary department of a health care facility.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all aspects of food preparation, service, delivery, and clean-up.
• Comply with Ministry of Health LTC Standards and safety policies.

Education

Completion of two years of Secondary School or equivalent

Food Service Worker Certificate or training enrollment

Completion of an approved Food Safety Course

Job description

Food Service Worker

This is a continuous posting based on operational need and will be used to create an eligibility list to fill upcoming opportunities within the next twelve months. The number of positions to be filled has not been identified at this time. The positions are casual and temporary.

Salary

US$23.98 per hour.

This position is a unionized role with CUPE Local 905 Long Term Care.

What We Offer

• Defined Benefit Pensions Program - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full‑time employee and includes employer‑matched contributions.
• Discounts and Incentives - Enjoy corporate discounts from a variety of local businesses, such as gyms and fitness studios, Canada’s Wonderland, Telus or Rogers phone plans and the Personal or Cooperators insurance. Don’t forget to take advantage of our Apple Employee Purchasing program!
• Employer of Choice - Recognized as the highest‑ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations.
• Benefits and Wellness - A healthcare spending account of $1,750. Access to 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP). For Casual roles: 4% and 10% in lieu of vacation and benefits on all paid hours.
• Inclusive and Diverse Workplace - Creating an environment which recognizes and celebrates all dimensions of diversity and inclusion.

About the Role

This position is responsible for assisting in all aspects of food preparation, service, delivery, collection and clean‑up in accordance with Ministry of Health Long Term Care (LTC) Standards, Health Protection & Promos Act, The Occupational Health & Safety Act and Departmental Policy.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of two years of Secondary School or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must hold a Food Service Worker Certificate or be enrolled in a Food Service Worker training program offered by an established College and able to obtain the Certificate within three years of appointment.
• Completion of an approved Food Safety Course.
• Satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Checks (PVSC).
• Minimum one (1) year’s experience in the dietary department of a health care facility.
• As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC), tuberculosis screening and proof of immunization in accordance with the Long‑Term Care Homes Act (O.Reg.79/10).

Scheduled Weekly Hours: Varied

Scheduled Shifts: Operational Hours

Close Date: December 31, 2026

Please apply online by 5:00 PM EST of the closing date indicated above.

York Region is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment and selection process. We respect, encourage and celebrate our diversity, aiming to build a qualified workforce that reflects the population we serve. Should you require an accommodation under the Human Rights Code during the recruitment and selection process, including accessible formats and communication supports, please email [e-mail] or call 1-877-464-9675 extension 75506. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available upon request during recruitment processes and throughout employment.